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Offline harryzgnilek

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Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« on: August 31, 2011, 08:47:40 AM »
Hi all

Just wondering ,
who has ...  and what protection you have for your C14
Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
thanks
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Offline jonathan

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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #1 on: August 31, 2011, 09:09:48 AM »
I don't have any protection. My plan is not to drop it.
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #2 on: August 31, 2011, 09:23:09 AM »
You don't have to, no.  But, if the bike ever falls over, or tips over, the repair bills usually start at $2500USD, and go up quickly from there.

One guy had his totalled by a tip over in his garage (it fell on a planter or something).

It's totally a matter of choice.

That said, there are 4 options that I've seen so far.  A little searching on your part, right here on this site, will get you pictures and everything.    ;)
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #3 on: August 31, 2011, 09:27:04 AM »
I use MC Enterprise small rear case guards with ProjektD sliders. Not too intrusive but reasonable protections from a zero to very slow speed drop.
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #4 on: August 31, 2011, 09:30:18 AM »
In my opinion, the protection are nice to have for any accidental drop. Most of us are careful to keep the bike upright. But sometimes it can happen (like the stupid U-turn I tried to take) that can make your bike tip over. It is kinda like insurance. I currently do not have any, but plan to put some on here soon.
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #5 on: August 31, 2011, 09:36:42 AM »
Quote from: harryzgnilek on August 31, 2011, 08:47:40 AM
Hi all

Just wondering ,
who has ...  and what protection you have for your C14
Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
thanks

Nope, you don't need them. Just never drop the bike is all. The only way to be sure never to drop it, other than not riding it, is to install some protection (a variant of Murphy's law).

I have the GSG sliders on mine.
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #6 on: August 31, 2011, 10:29:33 AM »
I've got a C-14 & a Goldwing, I've dropped both more than once. Total cost on the Goldwing $0, each time on the C-14, $1,000+. I rarely install the side-bags on the C-14 for that very resaon.
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #7 on: August 31, 2011, 12:53:27 PM »
All you have to do is NEVER drop your bike.
I can't guarantee that personally, since I have dropped EVERY bike I have ever owned,
some many, many times, including both my c14's.

And yes, a simple drop can be very expensive to restore to as-new condition.

Way more expensive than drop bars, unless you count ugly into the cost.  I don't.
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #8 on: August 31, 2011, 03:34:54 PM »
Nope, not really needed, my bikes never go down...  ::)
 
I only bought the Top Block sliders because I thought they looked cool and I was bored...  ;) ;D 8)
 

 

 

 

 

 
 
Plus I heard that Fred thinks they make a great kickstand!!  :thumbs:   :hail:
 

 
 
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #9 on: August 31, 2011, 04:19:29 PM »
I went with the GSG's.  I doubt they will completely save the side cases but I sure wish I had installed them BEFORE I dropped my bike!
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #10 on: August 31, 2011, 04:37:50 PM »
I wanted mine for the accidental tip over in the driveway.  In a serious accident, the insurance can deal with it.  For me, I dont need the hassle of a zero mph tip over claim.
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #11 on: August 31, 2011, 06:52:26 PM »
Quote from: ZG on August 31, 2011, 03:34:54 PM
Nope, not really needed, my bikes never go down...  ::)
 
I only bought the Top Block sliders because I thought they looked cool and I was bored...  ;) ;D 8)
 

 

 

 

 

 
 
Plus I heard that Fred thinks they make a great kickstand!!  :thumbs:   :hail:
 


Boy, those things look tasty -- too bad they are so expensive......sigh.....
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #12 on: August 31, 2011, 11:00:53 PM »
Quote from: C1xRider on August 31, 2011, 09:23:09 AM
One guy had his totalled by a tip over in his garage (it fell on a planter or something).

Which illustrates another truth- if you drop the bike over on something, almost no "protection" device is going to help much.
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #13 on: September 01, 2011, 02:52:41 AM »
just as you don't need the helmet. Seriously. Nobody is planning to fall, or crash, or loose the keys, o get robbed. But things happen and, although we cannot be prepared for everything, we can try. Without being paranoic.
One thing I found out recently is that a rather expensive motorcycle like the Ducati Multistrada can be fitted with protectors for as low as 150 bucks. Why our bike cannot have something like that at a reasonable cost???!!!
« Last Edit: September 01, 2011, 05:27:51 AM by martin_14 »
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #14 on: September 01, 2011, 01:00:06 PM »
Quote from: jonathan on August 31, 2011, 09:09:48 AM
I don't have any protection. My plan is not to drop it.
That is also my plan.  I am not prone to dropping motorcycles like some are... but, if the thing even just falls over, you have paid more than the price of protection.  Consider that.  ;)
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #15 on: September 01, 2011, 01:02:47 PM »
Quote from: ZG on August 31, 2011, 03:34:54 PM
Nope, not really needed, my bikes never go down...  ::)
 
I only bought the Top Block sliders because I thought they looked cool and I was bored...  ;) ;D 8)
 
 
 
Plus I heard that Fred thinks they make a great kickstand!!  :thumbs:   :hail:
 
Great looking seat!!!
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #16 on: September 01, 2011, 02:03:37 PM »
No protection here.

Frame sliders on track bikes, thats about it for me.
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #17 on: September 01, 2011, 02:45:56 PM »
I've yet to drop any of my bikes, and I have full coverage insurance, so there's really no point...
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
« Reply #18 on: September 01, 2011, 03:51:03 PM »
Quote from: OregonLAN on September 01, 2011, 02:45:56 PM
I've yet to drop any of my bikes, and I have full coverage insurance, so there's really no point...

Sure there is.  For one, someone ELSE might knock over your bike.  And just because you didn't do it yet doesn't mean it won't happen.

Plus- insurance- OK, now you pay the detectable, risk having your rates go up, have to fill out lots of forms, be without the bike for X number of days or weeks, go back when things aren't done right, put up with potential long term issues.  Avoiding an accident is far better.

That said, I still have no tip-over protection :(
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Re: Do you really need to install Sliders or fairing protectors?
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